NCLEX-RN Heart Failure & Diuretics Flashcards

What is the therapeutic serum range for Digoxin?

A patient taking digoxin reports seeing yellow-green halos around lights. Which condition does the nurse suspect?

Complete the nursing assessment rule for Digoxin administration:

Which specific electrolyte imbalance significantly increases the risk of Digoxin toxicity?

What is the primary indication for administering Digoxin Immune Fab (Digibind)?

A nurse administers IV Furosemide by rapid push. Which adverse effect is the patient most at risk for?

Select the correct classification and monitoring requirement for Furosemide:

A patient is prescribed Spironolactone. Which item should the nurse instruct the patient to avoid?

What is the potential result of combining Thiazide diuretics with Lithium therapy?

Complete the mechanism and indication for Mannitol:

What is the primary ophthalmic condition treated with Acetazolamide?

When is the optimal time of day to administer statins (e.g., Lovastatin)?

A patient on Atorvastatin reports unexplained muscle pain and weakness. What serious adverse effect does this indicate?

Select the correct monitoring priority for statin therapy:

Which nursing intervention helps minimize the cutaneous flushing associated with Niacin therapy?